Is This Machine Right For You?
Expert insights for the bernette 68 AIRLOCK
This machine is great if you:
- Want a combination serger and coverstitch machine
- Sew garments regularly
- Work with stretch fabrics
- Need professional seam finishes
- Prefer a versatile serger system
This machine may NOT be ideal if you:
- Only sew occasionally
- Prefer a basic sewing machine
- Need embroidery capability
- Sew mostly crafts
- Do not make garments often
Why Many People Love This Machine
The Bernette 68 Airlock combines overlock and coverstitch functions in one machine. Many sewists like the flexibility it provides when working with garments and stretch fabrics. The air threading system also makes threading much easier.
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"A strong option for garment makers who want both overlock and coverstitch capabilities in a single machine. It provides professional seam finishes and versatile functionality."
bernette 68 AIRLOCK
The Overlock/Coverstitch Combo machine with easy air threading
The bernette 68 is a combo machine with overlock, cover-, chain- and combo stitches. Its many strengths include an air threader for easy threading of looper threads, 5" (130 mm) of space to the right of the needle for comfortable sewing of large projects – especially for coverstitching, an integrated freearm for sewing cuffs, the bright illumination of the sewing area with 5 LEDs, and the Knee lifter for lowering and temporarily raising the presser foot. 31 different stitches leave nothing to be desired.
- Automatic air threader for the looper thread
- Color-coded theading paths for easier threading
- 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-thread stitches
- Spacious working area (5"/130 mm)
- Large slide-on table
- 5 LED lights for best visibility
- High stitch quality with speeds of up to 1300 stitches per minute
- Micro Thread Control (mtc)
- Knee lifter
Features
Width overlock stitches ______________________________________ 3 - 7 mm
Speed (stitches/minute)__________________________________________1,300
Sewing light ___________________________________________________5 LEDs
Sewing space to the right of the needle_____________________________5"
Micro thread control (mtc) __________________________________________✔
2, 3 and 4-thread overlock stitches _________________________________ ✔
4-thread coverstitch ________________________________________________✔
3-thread coverstitch (wide/narrow) ________________________________ ✔
2-thread chainstitch _______________________________________________ ✔
Automatic air threader for the looper thread ______________________ ✔
3-thread coverstitch (wide/narrow) _________________________________✔
2-thread chainstitch ________________________________________________✔
Number of stitches ________________________________________________ 31
2- and 3-thread rolled hem _________________________________________✔
3-thread super-stretch stitch _______________________________________✔
3-thread flatlock ____________________________________________________✔
3-thread narrow seam ______________________________________________✔
2-thread wrapped overlock _________________________________________✔
4- and 5-thread safety stitch ________________________________________✔
Coverstitch width ________________________________________2,8 / 5,6 mm
Coverstitch width ________________________________________2,8 / 5,6 mm
Combo stitch width ______________________________________7,8-12,6 mm
Combostitch-Function ______________________________________________✔
Cover-Function _____________________________________________________✔
Contents
- Standard Overlock/Coverstitch Combo Foot
- Knife cover
- Coverstitch Insert
- Coverstitch Insert for Slide-on Table
- Slide-on Table
- Freearm Cover
- Knee Lifter
- Spool Stand with Needle Pad
- Decorative Thread Guide
- BERNINA CS Lock Tool
- BERNINA Needle Set
- BERNINA Tweezers
Overlock stitches bernette 68 AIRLOCK
Coverstitches bernette 68 AIRLOCK
Combo stitches bernette 68 AIRLOCK
Standard presser foot
The Standard presser foot is a trusty sidekick for everyday overlocking and coverstitch projects.
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